Director of Sales

SupportFinity™; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel is seeking an experienced Director of Sales for the new Hyatt Place in AlUla, Saudi Arabia. This pivotal role involves developing sales strategies to hit revenue targets, leading a motivated sales team, and building strategic partnerships. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree, over five years of senior sales experience in hospitality, and fluency in English and Arabic. The position offers significant career growth and attractive benefits including complimentary stays at Hyatt properties worldwide.

Benefits

Long term career growth opportunities

12 complimentary nights in Hyatt properties worldwide

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a senior hotel sales leadership role.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive sales strategies across key market segments.
• Recruit, train, and lead a dynamic sales team.
• Analyze market trends and adjust strategies to maintain a leading market position.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales Strategies

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field

Job description

Organization- Hyatt Place Al Ula

Summary

We are looking for an experienced Director of Sales to lead the opening of Hyatt Place AlUla.

Hyatt Place AlUla represents a significant milestone in Hyatts expansion across the region and will feature 214 guestrooms, two food and beverage outlets, meeting space, swimming pool and a fitness center appealing to both leisure and business travelers.

About The Role

As Director of Sales, you will be responsible for developing and executing the hotels sales strategy to achieve ambitious revenue and occupancy targets. You will lead, inspire, and build a high-performing sales team, forge strategic partnerships, and position the hotel as the destination of choice for discerning travelers, corporate groups, and event organizers. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will collaborate closely with marketing, revenue management, and operations to ensure a seamless and integrated approach to business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive sales strategies across key market segmentsincluding leisure, MICE, and group businesswhile overseeing all pre-opening sales activities to ensure a seamless transition from construction to a successful hotel launch
• Recruit, train, and lead a dynamic sales team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Build and nurture relationships with key clients, travel agencies, tour operators, and corporate partners, both locally and internationally.
• Identify new business opportunities and innovative sales channels, leveraging AlUlas unique appeal as a UNESCO World Heritage destination.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to adjust strategies and maintain a leading market position.
• Collaborate with marketing and revenue management to develop compelling packages, promotions, and pricing strategies.
• Represent the hotel at trade shows, industry events, and networking functions to enhance visibility and drive business.
• Ensure exceptional client service standards and guest satisfaction throughout the sales process.
• Prepare and manage the sales budget, forecasts, and performance reports
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years experience in a senior hotel sales leadership role, preferably with pre-opening experience
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets in a competitive hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Deep understanding of the Middle East market
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required
  
  

Care Connects us at Hyatt - we open doors, we welcome you and we care.

And we offer a great range of benefits, including:

• Long term career growth opportunities
• A motivated and connected team
• 12 complimentary nights (per year) in other Hyatt properties around the world as well as colleague rates and discounts
• And a company that truly cares
  
  

Discover whats next. We look forward to hearing and learning from you.

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